Senators from both parties call for the Pentagon to unveil orders regarding boat strikes in the Caribbean.
Senators Request Pentagon Documents on Caribbean Drug Smuggling Strikes Two bipartisan senators are calling on Pentagon Secretary Pete Hegseth to provide a copy of the order related to an airstrike against a boat in the Caribbean, which was thought to be carrying narco-terrorists. Senators Jack Reed (D-R.I.) and Roger Wicker (R-Mississippi) recently released letters addressed […]
Wicker and Reed urge Hegseth to disclose Caribbean strike instructions
Senators Request Information on Military Operations Targeting Venezuela On Friday, Senators Jack Reed (D) and Roger Wicker (R-Mississippi) reached out to Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, seeking a copy of an order related to attacks on Caribbean boats linked to drug trafficking, as alleged by the Trump administration. They issued two letters to Hegseth. The […]
At Least 39 People Killed After Hurricane Melissa Hits the Caribbean
Hurricane Melissa Leaves Destruction in its Wake Hurricane Melissa made landfall for the second time in eastern Cuba on Wednesday morning, bringing with it fierce winds and heavy rainfall. This devastation unfolded just hours after the storm struck Jamaica, being recorded as the third strongest hurricane ever in the Atlantic Basin. As reports of the […]
World prepares for Trump-Xi meeting as US deploys emergency teams to the Caribbean
12:30 Report is the Hill’s daytime newsletter. It’s Wednesday. The kids have spoken. “6-7” has been named Dictionary.com’s word of the year for 2025. Most people—yeah, even those who can vote—aren’t quite sure what this means. In today’s issue: World leaders are preparing for today’s meeting between President Trump and President Xi. Hurricane Melissa impacts […]
USS Gerald R. Ford carrier arrives in the Caribbean for Trump’s drug initiatives
14% of the US Navy fleet is currently active in the Caribbean Recent reports indicate that a notable portion of the U.S. Navy is stationed in the Caribbean, particularly as the region experiences escalating tensions tied to an “undeclared war.” The USS Gerald R. Ford, the Navy’s latest aircraft carrier, has already faced its share […]
Rand Paul criticizes Caribbean boat strikes while Trump skips Congress
The Trump administration seems to have shifted its strategy for tackling the drug crisis in the U.S., opting for military action over courtroom battles. They are now conducting air and sea strikes targeting suspected drug-smuggling ships in the Caribbean and off Venezuela’s coast. Officials claim these operations are designed to thwart “narco-terrorists” before they can […]
Anguilla recognized as the safest Caribbean vacation spot – here’s why visitors enjoy it
Anguilla Named Safest Destination in the Caribbean If you’re concerned about safety while planning a vacation, a small Caribbean island has just snagged the top spot for its peaceful environment, stunning beaches, and exceptional culinary offerings. Anguilla, a British territory located just north of St. Maarten and east of the Virgin Islands, has been identified […]
Anguilla recognized as the safest Caribbean spot in the latest 2025 ranking
Anguilla Named Safest Caribbean Destination If safety is a priority for your vacation, you might want to consider Anguilla. This small Caribbean island has recently been recognized for its peaceful environment, stunning beaches, and amazing food scene. According to the World Population Review’s 2025 rankings, Anguilla has been identified as the safest place in the […]
First Night-Time Attack on Drug-Terrorist Smugglers in the Caribbean Sea Announced by Secretary of War
U.S. Military Conducts Nighttime Airstrike Against Drug Smugglers Secretary of the Army Pete Hegseth recently announced a significant operation involving the first nighttime military attack against a drug smuggling ship in the Caribbean. He shared a video of the operation, which took place overnight and resulted in the deaths of six drug smugglers associated with […]
Pentagon deploys biggest aircraft carrier to the Caribbean due to boat attacks
The Pentagon is deploying the USS Gerald R. Ford, the largest aircraft carrier in the world, along with its air wing, to the Caribbean. This move coincides with actions taken by the Trump administration against vessels accused of smuggling drugs in the area. Sean Parnell, the Pentagon’s Chief Press Secretary, announced on Friday that Defense […]